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Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli

Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli, a rich Italian-American soup that you can easily make at home. This hearty dish showcases ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and nutritious beans, all simmered in a flavorful chicken broth. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this warming soup is both filling and nutritious with its protein and fiber content. In approximately 40 minutes, you can serve up a bowl of this delightful soup that’s sure to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 3 sticks celery (chopped finely)
  • 2 medium carrots (peeled & chopped finely)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can red kidney beans (14 oz, drained)
  • 1 can cannellini beans (14 oz, drained)
  • 3/4 cup uncooked ditalini pasta
  • Vinegar (to taste)
  • Sugar (to taste)
  • Italian seasoning (to taste)
  • Oregano (to taste)
  • Basil (to taste)
  • Red pepper flakes (to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a soup pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked.
  2. Add the chopped onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic; sauté for about 8–10 minutes until tender.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, drained beans, chicken broth, vinegar, sugar, Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15–20 minutes with the lid slightly ajar.
  5. Add uncooked ditalini pasta and simmer until tender (about 15–20 minutes). Stir occasionally.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

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